Bilardo, the Soccer Doctor

Miniseries

TV-MA
Documentary series following the life of Carlos Salvador Bilardo, footballer, Argentinian manager, World Cup Winner and Doctor. Since his beginnings as a footballer in San Lorenzo, his glory in Estudiantes and later career as a football manager in Argentina. His relations with his players, with Maradona, and with his family. You get to know the person behind the character, his sorrows and his happiness. All in the voices of his players, family and friends.

4 Episodes

  • The Most Hated Man (El hombre más odiado)
    E1
    The Most Hated Man (El hombre más odiado)After taking control of Argentina’s national soccer team, Coach Carlos Bilardo becomes the target of criticism from players, staff, and frustrated fans. Meanwhile, an untested Diego Maradona faces a rocky road to the World Cup.
  • Sorry, Bilardo (Perdón, Bilardo)
    E2
    Sorry, Bilardo (Perdón, Bilardo)After qualifying for the 1986 World Cup, Bilardo’s path towards victory is complicated by training challenges, bad press, and a government plot to replace him. In Mexico, Argentina finally gets the chance to prove themselves on the pitch.
  • One More Adventure (Un'avventura in più)
    E3
    One More Adventure (Un'avventura in più)After a successful run in Mexico, Bilardo immediately sets his sights on the next World Cup, pushing both his players – and his family – to the limit.
  • I Forgot to Live (Me olvidé de vivir)
    E4
    I Forgot to Live (Me olvidé de vivir)After stepping back from coaching Argentina’s national team, Bilardo continues to impart his knowledge around the world.

Cast of Miniseries

  • Carlos BilardoSelf (archive footage)
  • Oscar Ruggeri  
  • Julio Olarticoechea
  • Sergio Goycochea
  • Diego Simeone
  • Ariel RotterDirector

 

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